2011 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X3 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
